Archive for September, 2010

Path to 5th Degree! Update

Monday, September 20th, 2010

Hey everyone.  It has been a bit since I posted.  Talking with my buddy Dewaine Chan at the Taekwondo America Nationals in Ft Mitchell, KY this weekend, I am now inspired to get back to bloggin.

The main thing that I am doing right now is working on my diet and being consistent in my training.  With my diet, I am basically trying to eat something every couple hours.  Not usually a very large meal but something to keep my metabolism working throughout the day.  Usually when I get a large meal like when I eat out, I have been trying to pay attention to portions and splitting the food immediately.  That way, i can get another meal from the same dish and keep my calories per meal down.

Ditching the soda is huge!  I have been off soda’s for a few months.  This makes a huge difference.  Drinking your calories is not the best way to get your nourishment.

Owning a school lends a new set of problems to properly training for TKD.  I ready myself to work out everytime a class lends itself for the opportunity.  I usually get to take three classes of TKD per week and I also grapple three days a week.  I have a couple really good sparrers that are able to push me.   In May, I started a kickboxing class into our class schedule.  In that class I am teaching the Joe Lewis Fighting System patterns on a rotating basis and also allows for some heavier contact sparring.  This has worked great on improving my cardio.

I got me a new pair of shoes that will hopefully get me able to begin some road work.  I have big ‘ole TKD feet and running without really good shoes, that fit me…kills my feet.

Stay tuned!

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Get a good stretch!

Thursday, September 2nd, 2010

  1. Warm Up FirstMost people believe that the best time to stretch is right before your workout. After all, that’s how they did it at football practice! Here’s the reality, though: the best time to stretch is after a light warm up. When the muscles are cold, injuries can occur. Besides, after a light warm up or workout—think jumping jacks here— the stretch you’ll be able to accomplish will be far better than when the blood hasn’t really started flowing.
  2. Breathe ProperlyProper breathing is important in any physical activity, and flexibility training is no different. While stretching it’s important to breathe slowly in through the nose, hold it for a moment, and then exhale (usually through the mouth) in order to get the most out of stretching. Proper breathing helps to relax the body, increase blood flow, and even serves to remove some lactic acid build up after workouts.

    During most forms of stretching, practitioners should hold the stretch until they exhale, at which point they may increase or make the stretch more strenuous, if appropriate.

  3. Stretch Consistently and RegularlyAs with anything else in this world, in order to see improvements you need to be consistent. Stretching is something that you should do four to six days per week. That said, each day shouldn’t encompass a rigorous flexibility routine: doing so could cause injury. Still, make sure that your rigorous flexibility routines fall on the same day(s) every week.

    Also make sure that you’re pretty consistent with the stretches you engage in. Generally, each stretch should last at least 20 seconds in duration.

  4. Increase Strength and Flexibility TogetherWhen increasing flexibility it’s always a good idea to increase strength in the area being discussed. For example, if you’re attempting to increase the flexibility of your legs, make sure that you’re also doing something to increase strength there.
  5. Consider Mixing Stretching Within a WorkoutAs was noted earlier, stretching before warming up isn’t a great idea. You’ll get a better stretch if it’s done after the muscles are warm. Consider stretching within your workout for the best results. Also, don’t be afraid to try static stretching after a workout in order to relax.
  6. Stretching Cautions
    • Always check with your doctor before attempting any flexibility or training routine.
    • Stretching may cause a mild sensation or burning in muscles. It should not cause outright pain in your joints or muscles. If it does, stop and see a doctor.
    • Always stay hydrated when working out or stretching.
    • Depending on the type of stretch, you may be tightening your muscles during flexibility routines. Do not bounce, however.
    • Never begin stretching right after you wake up. You’re not warmed up enough yet.

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